1956 Ford Escort vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Safari |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 102 L |
